SOLUTION: 2x + 3y =12 how do I solve and graph this?

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Question 870897: 2x + 3y =12
how do I solve and graph this?
Answer by ben720(159) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
To graph this, first find the x-intercept.
The x-intercept always has y=0. Therefore, substitute 0 for y
2x=12
Divide both sides by 2
x=6
The x-intercept is (6,0)
Do the same for y
3y=12
Divide both sides by 3
y=4
Connect those two points
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